Tribals Standing Red (Fabric)
Tribals Standing Red (Fabric)
Tribals Standing Red (Fabric)
Tribals Standing Red (Fabric)
Tribals Standing Red (Fabric)
Tribals Standing Red (Fabric)
Tribals Standing Red (Fabric)
Tribals Standing Red (Fabric)
Tribals Standing Red (Fabric)
Tribals Standing Red (Fabric)

Tribals Standing Red (Fabric)

Sale priceRs. 540.00
SKU: UFAB194
Metres:0.5
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Sambalpuri Bandha Saree & Fabrics from GI (Geographical Indications) document says that Tie & Dye weaving in western Odisha came into existence during 600 BC. In traditional handwoven ikat or baandha, one of warp/weft is tied and dyed prior to weaving (single ikat) or both warp and weft are tie-dyed before weaving (double ikat). Weavers are distributed in Bargarh, Boudh, Sonepur, Bolangir, Nuapada & Sambalpur & some parts of Dhenkanal, Kalahandi, Sundargarh, Jharsuguda districts where Meher community reside. For weaving, traditional pit loom with throw/fly shuttle technique is used. Varieties are Sonepuri, Pasapali, Bomkai, Sachipar, Bichitrapuri, Bapta (Cotton & Silk mixed) etc, sarees and fabrics. Saura tribals have existed in Odisha since centuries. No wonder so many fabrics are made with a pair of tribals as motifs! This one also has fowl on it, showing that the chicken are an integral part of tribals’ lives. Bandha or Tie and dye is a difficult craft and that our weavers do with such skilled precision, is a commendable thing! Celebrate with the tribals and celebrate our weavers as you buy this exquisite piece of high quality handwoven ikat cloth!